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Month: July 2017

Invasive mussels are aquatic hitchhikers. They have spread across the U.S. by attaching to watercraft and getting a ride to lakes and reservoirs. Boat inspection stations like this one in Ravalli, MT are an essential firewall to prevent further infestation, but the hours are long and staffing is thin. Crown Project reporter Beau Baker hung out at the Ravalli station, which is just south of Flathead Lake. Listen to his audio postcard at our Crown Tumblr site.

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This week on UM News DJ Stewart and Wayne Stevenson talk about Griz Football effects the local economy and how the university is teaming up with Big Sky Brewing Company to create a beer in order to pay for a safe ride home. Reporter Mederios Whitworth-Babb also shares how Missoula’s International Friend Program is welcoming […]

This week on UM News Aunica Koch and DJ Stewart cover the effects Griz Football has on Missoula’s economy. Reporter Mederios Whitworth-Babb explores the impact Missoula’s International Friends Program has on the community members who participate.